Found Perfect and Cheap USB to Power Charger/Adapter solution for Kindle

Hey fellow Kindle users,

While in my local Staples, pilfering the clearance bin, I found an interesting cell phone /wire connector set which had an adapter cable that looked like it might just fit in my Kindle. After buying it for a rip-off price of 50 cents, it turned out to be a perfect fit, and it doubled as a USB -> mini-usb connector too.

Basically it is an: USB -> miniUSB + power adapter that fits into Kindle power adapter slot.

The reason why USB -> power adapter is better then charging from USB -> mini-USB is that you don't have to goto USB Drive Mode (which prevents you from reading), when connecting with mini-USB connector alone.

This means YOU CAN KEEP READING while charging your Kindle next to your laptop via USB port!

As a bonus, it seems this wire is both plentiful and cheap on eBay (or if you're too lazy you can find it in most office-supply/ electronics stores)

This link is unvalid. I think Palm Zire 72 or tungsten is right one, but I just want to check. Since I live outside of US, the shipping fee is great(almost over $30 -_- gaash) But I really like to read while charging I know charging time is not so long, but I'd prefer my bag lighter when I travel.

I'm pretty sure it is USB Charger Sync Cable for Palm Zire 31 72 Tungsten E so It will work out. But I need to confirm it before I buy it (Plus shipping, it cost almost $35 for me. Arrrrgh! But If I order this until tomorrow morning, cost will be less- I'll ask cheap shipping. )

Thank you, Grandma
I read a lot of posting out there, and I saw your name *a lot*
I feel like I have one more Grandma, and It feels good :-D

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Originally Posted by pilotbob

The kindle charger says on it 100-240v.

Just keep in mind the Kindle doesn't charge through the USB port. This has been discussed before.

Doh... sorry about that. If this charger will allow you to use it for multiple devices I get it.

I knew that. Or I think I did based on your Avatar.

Yes, Kindle support 220v, but my wall slot form is different with this. Well, I don't need a converter but I need a thing that we call "Pig-nose" .. I don't know what you guys call this. Something that you bring when you travel outside of US =) to use US's chargers. Hehe

Oops. I thought the Kindle could charge through the USB port. I should find this thread I'll dive into search's sea again. As I told you, I read every Amazon Kindle Discussion Forum thread and found a thread about charging-USB-soloution. May I understood wrong ? :-)
(I think your first insight is right )

And your Avatar telling me, You're a nice penguin gentlman =D

Thanks, BOb!
(And I'm just wondering, Your name is BOb, and not Bob, right? =)
Is there any meaning for middle big "O" ? =D)

Yes, Kindle support 220v, but my wall slot form is different with this. Well, I don't need a converter but I need a thing that we call "Pig-nose" .. I don't know what you guys call this. Something that you bring when you travel outside of US =) to use US's chargers. Hehe

We call it an adapter (travel adapter, plug adapter)

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Originally Posted by hanasea

Oops. I thought the Kindle could charge through the USB port. I should find this thread I'll dive into search's sea again. As I told you, I read every Amazon Kindle Discussion Forum thread and found a thread about charging-USB-soloution. May I understood wrong ? :-)

With the Palm Zire cable you connect one end to the USB port on your computer and the other end into the charging jack on the Kindle, not the USB port. It works perfectly.